30/10/2025
Department of Health Conduct Health Awareness Campaign at Northern Timbers Sawmill
The Department of Health, together with its partner Orange Babies, conducted a successful Health Awareness Campaign at Northern Timbers Sawmill aimed at promoting early detection and prevention of Tuberculosis (TB), HIV, and Breast Cancer among employees.
Health Professionals from Van Velden Hospital, the Primary Health Care (PHC) team, and Orange Babies formed part of the campaign team that provided essential health services such as TB screening, HIV testing, and cancer screening to workers on-site.
Before the screenings, health talks were conducted by the Department of Health team on TB, HIV, and Breast Cancer, while Orange Babies provided a health talk on Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). These awareness sessions aimed to educate and empower workers to take charge of their health, practice prevention, and seek early medical assistance when needed.
The Department of Health extends its appreciation to the management and workers of Northern Timbers Sawmill for their cooperation and active participation. Special thanks are also extended to Orange Babies for their continued partnership and contribution to improving community health.
This campaign forms part of the Department’s ongoing commitment to promoting wellness, disease prevention, and access to healthcare services through community outreach initiatives.
